For a wedding with 400 guests in the Grand Forks ND, the estimated total cost is around $86,827 - $106,121. This budget is a comprehensive estimate based on local averages for all vendor categories.
On average, the cost per guest for a wedding in Grand Forks ND is approximately $241. With a guest count of 400, this is a key factor in the total estimated budget of $86,827 - $106,121.
The average wedding cost in Grand Forks ND is currently trending higher than the national average. The estimated budget of $86,827 - $106,121 reflects the specific spending by other couples in the local area.
In Fisher MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including veil and accessories is estimated at $351 - $429. This represents about 0.4% of your total wedding expenses.
The estimated cost for the groom's attire and any rentals for the wedding party is $378 - $462.
In Fisher MN, the average budget for wedding attire, including the dress and alterations is estimated at $2,066 - $2,526. This represents about 2.4% of your total wedding expenses.
| Attire & Accessories Cost |
$2,958 - $3,616 |
3.4% |
|
Dress Accessories
|
$351 - $429 |
0.4% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Accessories
|
$163 - $199 |
0.2% |
|
Tuxedo/suit/other Rent/purchase
|
$378 - $462 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding Dress
|
$2,066 - $2,526 |
2.4% |
The average cost for a wedding cake to serve 400 guests in Grand Forks ND is $2,017 - $2,465. This price can vary based on the complexity of the design and flavors.
In the Grand Forks ND area and for this wedding, expect wedding cake pricing to be around $5 - $6 per slice.
| Bakery Cost |
$2,017 - $2,465 |
2.3% |
|
Wedding Cake/dessert
|
$2,017 - $2,465 |
2.3% |
For the bride, the estimated cost for professional hair and makeup services in Grand Forks ND is $221 - $271. This budget can also include trial runs and services for the bridal party. It makes up 0.3% of the total budget.
| Beauty & Spa Cost |
$221 - $271 |
0.3% |
|
Hair Service
|
$93 - $113 |
0.1% |
|
Makeup Service
|
$77 - $94 |
0.1% |
|
Manicure & Pedicure
|
$52 - $64 |
0.1% |
Your total entertainment budget is estimated at $1,475 - $1,803, which is 1.7% of your total.
The average cost to hire a professional wedding DJ for your reception in the Grand Forks ND area is $1,022 - $1,249.
| Entertainment Cost |
$1,475 - $1,803 |
1.7% |
|
DJ/MC
|
$1,022 - $1,249 |
1.2% |
|
Entertainment lighting
|
$454 - $554 |
0.5% |
The cost for the ceremony and reception venue, including food, bar service, and rentals, is the largest expense. For a 400 guest wedding in Grand Forks ND, you should budget approximately $53,515 - $65,407, which is about 61.6% of your total budget.
| Event Venue Cost |
$53,515 - $65,407 |
61.6% |
|
Wedding Venue Bar Service
|
$11,572 - $14,144 |
13.3% |
|
Wedding Venue Food Service
|
$22,309 - $27,267 |
25.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Location
|
$11,394 - $13,926 |
13.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Rentals
|
$8,240 - $10,071 |
9.5% |
The estimated budget for all wedding floral arrangements (including bouquets, boutonnieres, and centerpieces) and decorations is $7,195 - $8,793. This accounts for roughly 8.3% of your total expenses.
| Flowers & Decorations Cost |
$7,195 - $8,793 |
8.3% |
|
Bouquets
|
$437 - $535 |
0.5% |
|
Boutonnieres, Corsages
|
$198 - $242 |
0.2% |
|
Wedding Venue Accessories
|
$1,818 - $2,222 |
2.1% |
|
Wedding Venue Decorations
|
$590 - $721 |
0.7% |
|
Wedding Venue Flowers & Arrangements
|
$2,533 - $3,095 |
2.9% |
|
Wedding Venue Table Centerpieces
|
$1,619 - $1,979 |
1.9% |
For wedding favors for 400 guests and thank-you gifts for the wedding party and parents, a typical budget in your area is $3,376 - $4,126.
| Gifts & Favors Cost |
$3,376 - $4,126 |
3.9% |
|
Gift/s for Attendants
|
$115 - $141 |
0.1% |
|
Gift/s for Parents
|
$156 - $190 |
0.2% |
|
Tips (for all services)
|
$1,877 - $2,294 |
2.2% |
|
Wedding Favors
|
$1,229 - $1,502 |
1.4% |
The estimated cost for your entire invitation suite (including save-the-dates, invitations, RSVPs, and thank-you cards) is $4,658 - $5,694. This is approximately 5.4% of your overall budget.
| Invitations Cost |
$4,658 - $5,694 |
5.4% |
|
Ceremony Programs
|
$769 - $939 |
0.9% |
|
Guest Book
|
$359 - $439 |
0.4% |
|
Invitations & Reply Cards
|
$1,144 - $1,398 |
1.3% |
|
Postage
|
$644 - $788 |
0.7% |
|
Save the Date Cards
|
$684 - $836 |
0.8% |
|
Table Name and Escort/place Cards
|
$519 - $635 |
0.6% |
|
Thank You Cards
|
$539 - $659 |
0.6% |
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 1) is estimated at $1,155 - $1,411, which is about 1.3% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
The budget for the couple's wedding bands (Wedding ring/band for Partner 2) is estimated at $700 - $856, which is about 0.8% of your total wedding cost. This estimate does not include the engagement ring.
| Jewelry Cost |
$6,868 - $8,394 |
7.9% |
|
Engagement Ring
|
$5,013 - $6,127 |
5.8% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 1
|
$1,155 - $1,411 |
1.3% |
|
Wedding ring/band for Partner 2
|
$700 - $856 |
0.8% |
The average fee for a professional wedding officiant in the Grand Forks ND area is $231 - $283. This can vary depending on ceremony customization and travel.
| Officiant Cost |
$231 - $283 |
0.3% |
|
Officiant
|
$231 - $283 |
0.3% |
For a rehearsal dinner or other related events (like a welcome party), you should plan to budget around $752 - $919.
| Other Events Cost |
$752 - $919 |
0.9% |
|
Rehearsal Dinner
|
$752 - $919 |
0.9% |
| Other Items Cost |
$369 - $451 |
0.4% |
|
Hotel Room for After Reception
|
$369 - $451 |
0.4% |
On average, couples in Grand Forks ND spend between $3,191 - $3,901 on wedding photography and video services. Plan to spend approximately 3.7% of your overall budget.
On average, couples in Grand Forks ND with 400 guests spend between $2,322 - $2,838 on wedding photography, which is about 2.7% of your total wedding cost.
| Photography & Video Cost |
$3,191 - $3,901 |
3.7% |
|
Engagement Session
|
$370 - $452 |
0.4% |
|
Wedding album/s or photo book/s
|
$500 - $611 |
0.6% |
|
Wedding Photographer
|
$2,322 - $2,838 |
2.7% |